Paula Deen's use of the "N"-Word

[SWTXBelle]

Cross menopausal shrews at your own risk.

TEAM MENOPAUSAL SHREW!

[amIblue?]

I think that in a deferred recruitment scenario, these women often unwittingly out themselves over the course of a semester.

[KDCat]

Originally Posted by SWTXBelle

Cross menopausal shrews at your own risk.

TEAM MENOPAUSAL SHREW!

I really need that on a tshirt.

[TonyB06]

I just watched the Paula Deen-Matt Lauer interview and thought it was compelling. Lauer asked tough questions, and, undeterred by her tears, asked the follow-ups that were necessary, which was good. I thought she answered honestly, and sincerely.

I was a fan of PD before, so her comments and thoughts caught me off guard. But given her sincerity, and in looking at the totality of her life, I can get past this.

I wish Paula Deen better things going forward. Anyone else seen the interview? if so, thoughts?

[SWTXBelle]

Wait - we're going back on topic?

I haven't seen the interview yet - but here's an interesting take:

http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/c...wpisrc=flyouts

"Paula Deen is America’s racist grandma, and we should treat her as such. Racist Grandma may be racist, but she’s also your grandma. You can’t just disown her.

And, contrary to what some might think, having a racist grandma isn’t entirely bad. No doubt there are many white families where racism is passed down generation to generation like some cancerous gene. But for others, seeing that gene and knowing you’re predisposed to it is a warning sign, a nagging reminder to take preventive measures for yourself. I say let’s push racist Grandma back to center stage and let her keep talking."